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2
EAU00026
2-DESCRIPTION Left view1. Clutch fluid reservoir (page 6-21)
2. Fuel cock (page 3-10)
3. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting rings (page 3-15)
4. Luggage strap holders (page 3-16)
5. Helmet holder/seat lock (page 3-12/page 3-11)
6. Throttle stop screw (page 6-13)
7. Shift pedal (page 3-6)
8. Engine oil filler element (page 6-8)
9. Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-8)
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DESCRIPTION
2-3
2
Controls and instruments1. Clutch lever (page 3-5)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-4)
3. Starter (choke) lever (page 3-11)
4. Speedometer unit (page 3-3)
5. Fuel gauge (page 3-3)
6. Tachometer (page 3-3)7. Right handlebar switches (page 3-5)
8. Brake lever (page 3-7)
9. Throttle grip (page 6-13)
10. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ..................................... 3-1
Indicator and warning lights ................................. 3-2
Speedometer unit ................................................ 3-3
Tachometer .......................................................... 3-3
Fuel gauge ........................................................... 3-3
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .................................... 3-4
Handlebar switches ............................................. 3-4
Clutch lever .......................................................... 3-5
Shift pedal ............................................................ 3-6
Brake lever ........................................................... 3-7
Brake pedal .......................................................... 3-7
Fuel tank cap ....................................................... 3-8
Fuel ...................................................................... 3-9Fuel tank breather hose .................................... 3-10
Fuel cock ........................................................... 3-10
Starter (choke) lever........................................... 3-11
Seat ................................................................... 3-11
Helmet holder .................................................... 3-12
Storage compartment ....................................... 3-13
Adjusting the front fork ...................................... 3-13
Adjusting the shock absorber assemblies ......... 3-15
Luggage strap holders ...................................... 3-16
Sidestand .......................................................... 3-17
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............................. 3-17
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3-INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
EAU00029
Main switch/steering lock The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.
EAU00036
ON
All electrical systems are supplied with
power, and the engine can be started.
The key cannot be removed.
EAU00038
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
EAU00041
LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left or right.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po-
sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steeringPush the key into the main switch, and
then turn it to “OFF” while still pushing
it.
EW000016
WARNING
_ Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the motorcycle is
moving, otherwise the electrical
systems will be switched off, which
may result in loss of control or an
accident. Make sure that the motor-
cycle is stopped before turning the
key to “OFF” or “LOCK”. _1. Push.
2. Turn.
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3
EAU04356
(Parking)
The steering is locked, the taillight and
auxiliary light are on, and the hazard
light can be turned on, but all other
electrical systems are off. The key can
be removed.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “”.
ECA00043
CAUTION:_ Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge. _
EAU03034
Indicator and warning lights
EAU04121
Turn signal indicator lights “”
and “”
The corresponding indicator light flash-
es when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
EAU00063
High beam indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
EAU00061
Neutral indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU03201
Oil level warning light “”
This warning light comes on when the
engine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked according to the fol-
lowing procedure.
1. Set the engine stop switch to “”
and turn the key to “ON”.
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position or pull the clutch lever.
3. Push the start switch. If the warn-
ing light does not come on while
pushing the start switch, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electri-
cal circuit.NOTE:_ Even if the oil level is sufficient, the
warning light may flicker when riding on
a slope or during sudden acceleration
or deceleration, but this is not a mal-
function. _
1. Left turn signal indicator light “”
2. High beam indicator light “”
3. Neutral indicator light “”
4. Right turn signal indicator light “”
5. Oil level warning light “”
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3
EAU02935
Fuel tank cap To open the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in-
sert the key into the lock, and then turn
it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be re-
leased and the fuel tank cap can be
opened.
To close the fuel tank cap
1. Push the fuel tank cap into posi-
tion with the key inserted in the
lock. 2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it,
and then close the lock cover.
NOTE:_ The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un-
less the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap is
not properly closed and locked. _
EWA00025
WARNING
_ Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed before riding. _
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock.
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3
EAU02955
Fuel tank breather hose Before operating the motorcycle:
Check the fuel tank breather hose
connection.
Check the fuel tank breather hose
for cracks or damage, and replace
it if damaged.
Make sure that the end of the fuel
tank breather hose is not blocked,
and clean it if necessary.
EAU00207
Fuel cock The fuel cock supplies fuel from the
tank to the carburetors while also filter-
ing it.
The fuel cock lever positions are ex-
plained as follows and shown in the il-
lustrations.
ON
With the fuel cock lever in this position,
fuel flows to the carburetors when the
engine is running. Turn the fuel cock le-
ver to this position when starting the
engine and riding.RES
This indicates reserve. With the fuel
cock lever in this position, the fuel re-
serve is made available. Quickly turn
the fuel cock lever to this position if you
run out of fuel while riding, otherwise
the engine may stall and will have to be
primed (see “PRI”). After turning the
fuel cock lever to “RES”, refuel as soon
as possible and be sure to turn the fuel
cock lever back to “ON”!
1. Fuel tank breather hose
2. Original position (white mark)
1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON”ON: Normal position
1. Arrow mark positioned over “RES”RES: Reserve position
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3
PRI
This indicates prime. With the fuel cock
lever in this position, the engine can be
“primed”. Turn the fuel cock lever to
this position when the engine has been
allowed to run out of fuel. This sends
fuel directly to the carburetors, which
will make starting easier. After the en-
gine has started, be sure to turn the le-
ver to “ON” (or “RES” if you have not
refueled yet).
EAU03839
Starter (choke) lever “” Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction
a to turn on
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction
b to turn off
the starter (choke).
EAU04406
Seat To remove the seat
1. Insert the key into the seat lock,
and then turn it as shown.
2. Pull the seat off.
1. Arrow mark positioned over “PRI”PRI: Priming position
1. Starter (choke) lever “”
1. Unlock.
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